Chairman of the Islamic Ideology Council, Allama Dr. Muhammad Raghib Hussain Naeemi Friday appealed to Ulema and researchers' for joint efforts, urging them to take immediate action to counter the malicious propaganda surrounding polio vaccination. In an interview with ptv news, Dr. Naeemi emphasized that islam unequivocally supports the prevention and control of diseases and that it is our collective responsibility to protect our communities from the scourge of polio. He stressed that lady health workers, who are the backbone of polio eradication efforts, deserve our respect, appreciation, and cooperation. Dr. Naeemi appealed to the public to behave kindly and generously towards these dedicated workers during polio drives.

The Chairman of the Islamic Ideology Council warned that the spread of misinformation and conspiracy theories about polio vaccination is not only a threat to public health but also a disservice to the teachings of Islam. Dr. Naeemi appeal to action for Ulema, researchers and the general public to join forces in promoting awareness, dispelling misconceptions and supporting polio eradication efforts. Together, we can create a polio-free Pakistan and uphold the values of compassion, justice, and protection of human life that are enshrined in our faith, he added. Responding to a query, Allama Dr. Muhammad Raghib Hussain Naeemi categorically rejected the baseless propaganda that polio vaccination leads to population control or birth control.

Credit: Independent News Pakistan